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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1919
Page
2
Senator Poindexter of Washington and Representative of Ohio introduced a resolution. The request seeks information about Americans in Liberia and what is being done there. The session on May 2 focused on outlining the steps and actions regarding Siberia.
A garbled report indicates an e resolution will be called for passage in a state assembly. It mentions an amendment to the constitution and potential support from representatives including from Wyoming and Illinois, with efforts toward equal rights or representation.
A testimonial from Pratt City about a medicinal remedy offered by Harti Store on Fairfield Avenue. The speaker reports rapid relief from headaches poor circulation and constipation after using the product, claiming weight gain and improved appetite, with praise for the store’s expert.
In a message to Congress's special session President Wilson urged reform of wartime policies including wine and beer repeal, adoption of the equal suffrage amendment, tariff revisions, repeal of luxury taxes, and continued high tax levies. He pressed safeguarding the public interest before telegraph and telephone systems return to private ownership and called for laws aiding returning soldiers in finding suitable jobs.
The will of Herbert Toohill leaves 14 Berkley Place home to John Henry Toohill with two walking sticks and wearing apparel for John Toohill, grandchildren receive rest. A May 25 1918 instrument named John Henry Toohill executor, later revoked by a 1919 codicil appointing William Henry Wigglesworth as executor without bonds. Judge Miller allowed the will and appointed appraisers for estate valued about 3560 dollars including real estate.
Names of the high school Barnum prize contestants are not yet decided by the Board of Education. A list of 14 subjects was prepared about two months ago and essays were submitted for judging. Final oral contests begin on graduation night.
John Lund, formerly a local high school teacher, resigns to become superintendent of schools in Derburg, Winsted, and Norfolk. Announcement of his July 1 start is met with interest by local school circles.
Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska, ranking Democrat on the Senate foreign relations committee, said today the Senate would ratify the League of Nations covenant and that the necessary majority to amend or separate it from the peace treaty would not be obtained.
Edward B. Baker who escaped the Barnstable county jail was captured after his skiff was overtaken by a motor boat. He leapt overboard but was seized before reaching shore. Baker faces breaking and entering railroad stations and confessed to 20 burglaries and an escape from a Connecticut reformatory.
Devon May 20 Special The Devon branch of the Red Cross held its season ending meeting at the Union hall. Members were welcomed by the chairman Mrs Daniel and the auxiliary served sandwiches. A note announced Miss S as a first visitor from Connecticuts Ulster and visiting relatives from Brooklyn, New York.
Walnut Beach May 20 Special Postmaster W B Clark Milford announces a plan to open a postal sub-station at the resort by June 1 if bids approved. Two bids from Milford businessmen have been sent to Washington for approval and, if awarded, the sub-station will offer money orders parcel post registered letters and stamps enabling locals to avoid trips to Milford or Devon.
New York May 20 The proposed sale of assets of the International Mercantile Marine company to a British syndicate was approved by the board and finance committee. The deal involves five companies and 750000 tons of shipping valued at about 135 million dollars. A stockholders meeting is set for June 16.
Sidward Bonin faces murder trial in Bridgeport for the February slaying of Joseph Callahan. A true bill was returned last week after Bonini allegedly lost his temper during a game of cat when youths refused to stop playing. He used a Springfield rifle to fatally shoot the first boy within range, sparking citywide outrage.
At a meeting in Lyrichall Lyndy the Hebrew Sick Benefit association voted to give 100 to the Combing Help drive. Julius J Dorkin, trustee of the society and People's Relief committee member, moved the fund and appealed for volunteers to assist on the tag day. Members of the Young Women's elevew association planned to join for the same purpose.
Slight damage occurred in the kitchen of B Sackowitz at 293 Pequonnock Street 1st due to an electrical iron fire at night. The alarm was raised from the corner of Harrall Avenue and Pequonnock Street.
A stylish national sedan was seized during a police action involving an arrest linked to a sale. The suspect, identified as Rocco, faced charges in Bridgeport after alleged involvement in a large scale buy and sell operation.
A military dinner was held in honor of their son with attendees from the 6th Battalion. The event recognized his service and connected family and unit members in a formal gathering.
Bridgeport records a fragmentary weather note from The Post detailing a forecast for the Atlantic states. It notes Wednesday showers likely with diminishing temperatures, followed by fair weather Thursday except New England. A storm warning is displayed along the coast with rain and southeast winds.
Coroner Phelan reviews a fatal motorcycle crash on Colorado Avenue last Friday as Judge Bacon Wakeman continues the case. Henman is held on $2,500 bail while the proceedings progress in Fairfield courthouse.
Thomas Medlicott age 44 tied in life by a long illness. He worked at the Bond Garage and is survived by his wife Josephine Moulthiep Medlicott and five siblings Albert of California Walter Frank and David. Also surviving are Mrs Guaran Brixner of Newark and Nelda Mrs Arma Brinton of California, Mrs Bane Barrett of Norwich, N. Pearsall and Miss. Funeral services held at Christ Episcopal, burial in Evergreen Cemetery in Brooklyn. William Lyons found dead at his Nichols home, died of natural causes per Medical Examiner Garrick. he had lived in Nichols six years and formerly resided elsewhere with five sisters in the army. Burial fate unknown. Funeral services for Annie Huck held at August G. Baker parlors with Rev. Jepson officiating. large attendance. Body to be taken to Brooklyn for burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
Paris reports the Council’s reply to the German note on reparations. It recalls Germany’s lack of objection to Secretary Lansing’s November 5 note and states the council will not admit full responsibility for past actions while rejecting German demands.
Disjointed congressional account outlines a push for inquiry into wartime shipping operations. Legislators including Green and Welty urge a committee investigation into unlawful expenditures and emergency fleet operations amid a repeal day.
The American steamer Lake Placid of 4200 tons, owned by the United States Shipping Board and operated by Atlantic Transport Co, struck a submerged mine near Vinga island and sank in five minutes. All crew were rescued. the ship had left Baltimore on April 26 with a coal barge for Gothenburg. Built in 1917 at Detroit, Michigan.
In Brest this morning the United Transport George Washington prepares for further movements as President Wilson plans journeys between the United States and France. The ship awaits official press dispatches to confirm the next steps in the wartime expedition and allied coordination.
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